📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal
- Advertisement No: AIIMS/BPL/CFM/DD/ECD IR/06 (dated 12/11/2026)
- Total Posts: 1
- Post Name: Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical)
- Employment Nature: Temporary / Contractual (12 months, ICMR funded project)
- Application / Interview Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Interview Date: 23 November 2026
- Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Venue: Room No 246, Department of Community & Family Medicine, Second Floor, Medical College Building, AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal-462020
- Application Fee: Nil
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | 1 | Maximum 35 years | Rs. 56,000 + 20% HRA = Rs. 67,200/- p.m. |
Project: "Survive to Thrive - Implementation Research to Improve Developmental Outcomes of disadvantaged children in urban, rural, tribal areas of Madhya Pradesh - A Mixed Methods Intervention Study" (ICMR Funded).
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Essential Qualification:
- Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees.
- For Engineering / IT / CS streams: Four Years Graduate Degree.
- Desirable Qualification:
- Master's degree in Psychology / Child Development / Human Development or a related field (meeting Qualification Level B Development Assessments).
- M.Phil. / PDCP / M.A. Clinical Psychology with RCI registration preferred.
- Training / experience in administering standardised child developmental assessment tools.
- Experience: Experience shall preferably be from Government organisations, counted after completion of the Minimum Essential Qualification. Experience from reputed national/international organisations will also be considered.
- Age Limit & Relaxation: Maximum 35 years (as on 23 November 2026). Age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST/OBC candidates, Retrenched Government Employees, and Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government instructions.
- Other Conditions: Candidate must possess a valid driving licence for a two-wheeler (with gear) and a car, along with ownership or arrangement of these vehicles for project travel.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Reporting: Candidates must report between 09:00 AM and 10:30 AM on 23 November 2026.
- Document Verification: Verification of original certificates and eligibility criteria.
- Interview: Direct Interview by a competent selection panel covering Research Methodology, Human Resource & Financial Management, Child Health, Social Science Research, and Biostatistics.
Note: Permission to appear for the selection process does not approve a candidate's eligibility. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, and the Institute will not provide accommodation.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Duly filled application form downloaded from the AIIMS Bhopal website.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Self-attested photocopies of Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate / Class 10th Certificate).
- Self-attested photocopies of Eligibility Qualification Degrees and Mark-sheets.
- Self-attested photocopies of Experience Certificates.
- Caste / Category Certificate (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if applicable).
- Original Certificates for verification.
- Coloured passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof.
Contract Conditions: The tenure is 12 months, extendable based on performance and funding agency approval. The appointment is on a contract basis with no claim to regular posts. Either party can terminate the contract with 30 days' notice.
Download AIIMS Bhopal Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) Official Notification PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the walk-in interview date for AIIMS Bhopal Project Research Scientist I?
The walk-in interview is scheduled for 23 November 2026.
What is the reporting time and venue for the interview?
Candidates must report between 09:00 AM and 10:30 AM at Room No 246, Department of Community & Family Medicine, Second Floor, Medical College Building, AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal-462020.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, the application fee is Nil.
What is the nature of this employment?
This is a temporary, contractual position for 12 months on an ICMR-funded project. It does not provide lifetime government job security or regular cadre benefits.
What is the salary for Project Research Scientist I at AIIMS Bhopal?
The consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 56,000 plus 20% HRA, totaling Rs. 67,200 per month.
What is the maximum age limit for this post?
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on 23 November 2026.